Sony Qualia 017
| Name | Q017-MD1 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Released | 2004/06 |
| Device type | portable |
| Recorder | Player |
| MDLP | Yes |
| NetMD | No |
| Hi-MD | No |
| Radio | No |
| Dimensions | 91.4 x 79.0 x 15.3mm |
| Weight | 244g |
| ATRAC ver | Type-S |
| Battery | Internal |
| Sidecar battery | No |
| Voltage | 6 |
| Power cable | Center positive |
| Price (launch) | $1 900 |
| ¥189 000 |
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| Inputs | |
| Outputs | 3.5mm headphone |
| Control |
“Q017-MD1” Incorrectly listed as a netMD capable device on the minidisc.org site, the Qualia 017 is actually a playback only device. Machined from a solid block of brass, it has a very distinctive design.
A few things to note if you are trying to find one today.
- It can only be charged using the supplied dock.
- The headphone connector is unique. You must use the supplied remote or 3.5mm adapter. (Same as the MZ-E10 I wonder?)
- It has a battery shut-off switch inside of the disc bay.
- Internal rechargeable battery is removable/replaceable with just a driver. No full teardown is required.
Content adapted from: Sony Press Release Sony Press Release 2, Sony Japan Qualia 017 Page, Qualia 017 Minidisc.org Page
